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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Urinary Tract Infections
It’s natural to feel embarrassed when discussing UTIs with your doctor, but these tips may help.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alexandra Schwarz, MD
Published on June 28, 2023Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common. If you feel embarrassed bringing up the topic of a UTI to your doctor, keep in mind that you’re not alone. Many types of doctors can treat UTIs, and they've likely had this conversation many, many times, and it’s nothing to be ashamed of.
In this video, learn tips to make the discussion with your doctor about your UTI a little easier, according to Stacia Woodcock, PharmD, Pharmacy Editor at GoodRx.
Additional Medical Contributors
- Stacia Woodcock, PharmDStacia Woodcock, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky and is licensed in New York and Massachusetts.
References
Bono, M. J., et al. (2022). Urinary tract infection. StatPearls.
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